Fabulous Folder for Host Packets - Pics Included!

[Jilleysue]

Ok, so tonight I found the most Fabulous Folder for Host Packets. I took pictures for you guys to see. It was a greyish clear folder with a clear side on the inside so you can put a title page. I inserted a piece of card stock with a PC label on it. I filled it with just basics for now to give you guys an idea. It has a place for a business card and next to it, I put a show strategy sticker. I put catelogs in the first pocket and behind there, I will probably put OOF. In the middle there are 2 clear pockets. Enough room for plenty of flyers. I threw in the it's show time, The Spring Products, And I would normally put the Host and Guest Specials. There is also a DYLAB. In the back, it is so perfect, for the opportunity section. I put the YOUR LIFE, YOUR WAY FLYER and the new contents we got in the mail and then there is a perfect spot for the new DVD.

I absolutely love the way this looks. I only put one together. The part that makes me sad is the folders are $2.00.....OUCH! I also hadn't decided if I want to put DVD's in every host packet...OUCH again. They do look so good. I mean put together, it isn't too much and it looks so professional. I kept the stickers on the showtime flyer. I would probally also add my Cooking show planner or whatever else. There is plenty of room. I justed wanted to see how they looked. I mean it looks like something straight from HO. It's what I would want to get as a Host, but I know I'll want to invest a lot in this to make it look nice and I many not get my money out of them. I just think making an impression makes a difference.

I have a couple more pics...

Maybe I could find them cheaper? Maybe I could try to get them back after a show? And do I want to include the DVD??????

 

[Jilleysue]

A couple more picsA couple more pics of the folders I am in love with...
To invest or not to invest...LOL

 

[chefbria]

Looks really good. Where did you buy the folders?

 

[speedychef]

NICE! I love them. You should start a business making and sending host packets for the rest of us...

 

[Jilleysue]

I found them at CVS, but I found them on line in bulk for a few cents cheaper...I just don't know if want to invest in them when I can get the colored ones for like 3 for $1.00. They do look great though.

 

[mommyhugz1978]

They look really good........ where did you get the folders at???

 

[Jilleysue]

OOOO, don't look at my thumb nail where my nail came off...LMAO...hahaha. Oh god I have to take that pic off. Getting nails done tomorrow. Don't look, don't look. HAHAHAHAHAHA! How embarrassing.

 

[Jilleysue]

Phew ok, I deleted that one..LOL

 

[mommyhugz1978]

Jill your so funny..... !!!

 

[Jilleysue]

OH NO...There is another one..........ARRRRGHHHH!!! Stop looking you all. I thought you were my friends...LOL

 

[micocina]

I think it looks great Jill! Just one question and it might be a dumb one, but I don't remember seeing the book you have in the front pocket. Is that the Consultant News?

 

[gilliandanielle]

Are you talking about the catalog with the tiles on it?

 

[micocina]

I just IM'd you.

 

[gilliandanielle]

You have mail! It is just a new cover for the same FW catty....

 

[micocina]

I'm glad I had IM'd you. I felt like an idiot. That's why I hadn't seen it. I didn't order those catalogs because I still had a lot left over from the other ones.

Thank you Gillian!

 

[SillyChef]

Hey Jill! Those are looking awesome! Seriously! BTW where did you get that scoop up new products?! That is super cool!

 

[SillyChef]

I actually found it. lol

 

[jodistrauss]

That is a great flyer. Will you post it?

 

[jenniferp417]

If you can get these packets back from the hostess after the show, your investment isn't as much! BTW I love them and I really may have to copy you!

 

[BethCooks4U]

This would be good to carry to shows and leave out for guests to look through or to use during your why you all should have a show talk.

If you give them to hosts do not count on getting them all back so you do have to think about that investment...

 

[MicheleC]

Very nice looking. You've inspired me to look at something besides just putting it all in an envelope. I'm surprised that I get my extra papers etc back from about 90% of my hostesses so it may be worth the investment for me.

You've got such great ideas. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Jilleysue]

I found these folders ....24 of them for 47.00. Hmmmm, I am still contimplating. I don't know what to do.

 

[MandyK]

I made a sticker with the recycling symbol that says "This is a recylable host packet -- please return the day of your show with all outside orders"

I always get my folders back -- except when they book then take off. Oh well, no system is perfect

 

[nicki25]

Those folders look GREAT!! I would love to make them too.

 

[Jilleysue]

Oh I found these for 24 for 47.00...I just can't decide what to do.

 

[chefann]

My director uses 1/2" binders as recyclable host packs. When hosts flake out and cancel, she tells them they have to mail it back unless they reschedule with the new date within a month. It helps cut down on cancellations if they're out a few bucks to get your pack back to you.

JilleySue- I give you permission to order them. You can ask hosts for them back at shows (heck, I've had hosts offer to give back the cheapie folders I use). The nicer the packaging, the more likely they are to actually return it. And if you can get 95% of them back, then you're actually saving money on disposable packs in the long run (especially if you don't have to reprint flyers, etc.)

 

[chefmary]

Jill: I use these folders all the time for my Cooking Shows, but I tell my hosts that they are recyclable, so they have them ready for me the night of their show to take home and update for future shows. The cost is not so bad, since I keep about 12 in rotation at all times. I've lost a few over the years to hosts who "disappear," but generally, but now that I send out the invitations, I have more control over that (my hosts don't get the full packet until I have received their guest list). Essentially, I only need to change out the monthly specials during a given season and I change up my recipe selections and Host Benefit Flyer at the beginning of a new season.

HTH,

Mary

 

[Jilleysue]

What do you guys think about the DVD's?? There is spot for them in the back? They look so nice.

 

[Jilleysue]

HAHAHA, It feels so much better with permission ANN..HAHA

 

[chefann]

I thought you'd get a laugh from that- as if I have any control over how you run your own business! But sometimes we need to hear the "You have permission" words from another person.
Those are really nice looking packs, BTW. I do like the DVD spot in the back. I think a host would be more likely to watch it than if it were in the cardboard sleeve tucked into a pocket.